Pangong Lake

Pangong Tso(lake) is situated at a height of 14,270ft above sea level and is said to be one of the highest brackish water lakes in the world. The lake is almost 5km wide and 134km long, with one-third of it lying in India and the other two-thirds in China. The beauty is adorned with furry milky clouds and the overlooking stern mountains making an artistic impression reflecting in the water. The lake is also a breeding ground for different types of birds during the summer season. Bar-headed geese, Brahminy ducks, black necked cranes and seagulls are commonly spotted here. The most gripping fact about this lake is that it changes color appearing blue, grey-green, and red at varied points in time. During winter, the lake freezes completely despite being saline water.